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  • Best Catch Of IPL 2024? Ravindra Jadeja’s One-Handed Blinder Stuns Cricket Fraternity, Video Goes Viral – Watch | cricket news

    In the thrilling clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2024, the cricketing universe witnessed a moment of sheer brilliance that encapsulated the essence of the sport. Ravindra Jadeja, the ever-dynamic all-rounder, transformed into a superhuman on the field, snatching a one-handed blinder that left spectators in awe and opponents in disbelief.

    Ravi Shastri exclaimed, “What a catch! Is that the catch of IPL? Wow, that was flying like a trace of bullet!” Ravindra Jadeja took “one of the greatest catches of IPL 2024” in the match between CSK and LSG. _ #CSKvLSG #CSKvsLSG pic.twitter.com/H3NFOH9g7O — Manoj Tiwari (@ManojTiwariIND) April 20, 2024

    The Moment of Magic

    As KL Rahul, the skipper of Lucknow Super Giants, unleashed a ferocious cut shot off Matheesha Pathirana’s delivery in the 18th over, it seemed destined for the boundary. However, fate had a different plan as the ball soared towards backward point, where Jadeja was positioned. With lightning reflexes and impeccable timing, Jadeja leapt to his left, defying gravity to pluck the ball out of thin air with just one hand.

    The Reaction

    The stadium erupted into a frenzy as spectators and players alike stood witness to Jadeja’s extraordinary feat. CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad could only manage to cover his mouth in disbelief, while commentators struggled to find words to describe the sheer brilliance of the catch. Ravi Shastri, in his characteristic style, declared it possibly the “catch of the tournament,” a sentiment echoed by cricketing pundits worldwide.

    The Impact

    While Jadeja’s one-handed blinder marked a pivotal moment in the match, it was KL Rahul’s masterful innings that set the stage for Lucknow Super Giants’ victory. Rahul’s 82 runs off 53 balls, coupled with Quinton de Kock’s solid contribution, propelled LSG to a comfortable eight-wicket win over CSK. Despite the setback of losing their captain to an exceptional catch, LSG emerged victorious, reaffirming their prowess in the tournament.

    Jadeja’s Versatility

    Beyond his fielding heroics, Ravindra Jadeja showcased his all-round brilliance throughout the match. His impactful half-century with the bat laid the foundation for Chennai Super Kings’ competitive total of 176 runs. Furthermore, his exceptional catch highlighted his invaluable contribution to the team’s success, earning him accolades from fans, teammates, and opponents alike.

    The Aftermath

    Jadeja’s one-handed blinder reverberated across social media platforms, with the catch quickly gaining viral status. Cricket enthusiasts marveled at the display of athleticism and skill, with many hailing it as one of the greatest catches in IPL history. As the tournament progresses, Jadeja’s catch will undoubtedly remain etched in the memories of fans, serving as a testament to the enduring magic of the sport.

  • India Vs England 5th Test Playing 11s: Will KL Rahul And Jasprit Bumrah Return For Dharamsala Test? What We Know So Far | cricket news

    India’s wicketkeeper and batsman KL Rahul played just one Test before he was ruled out of the second due to an issue in his quadriceps. He was rested in Visakhapatnam but even after a long gap before the Rajkot game, Rahul was only at 90 percent fitness and BCCI didn’t risk including him in the squad. He has not attained full fitness yet and also missed the Ranchi Test. As per a new report on Cricbuzz, Rahul’s participation in Dharamsala is still unclear as the batsman has flown to London for an expert opinion on his injury.

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    Rahul is still feeling pain in his right quadriceps for which he had undergone a surgery in London. He made his comeback in Asia Cup 2023 after which he successfully played in the ODI World Cup and in South Africa. But the pain is back and BCCI as well as National Croquet Academy (NCA) don’t want to take any risks with him as the cricketer is of utmost importance to them.

    With India already 3-1 up in the series, BCCI might not want to take any risk with a 90 percent fit Rahul. It has also been reported that one more batter and one bowler might be rested in Dharamsala as BCCI looks to manage workload of players.

    The good news for Jasprit Bumrah fans is that he is likely to return for the Dharamshala Test. This is the ground which offers assistance to the Pacers and for the first time in the series we might get to see three paces in both the playing 11s.

    No words just pure emotions_

    A series win to remember _#TeamIndia | #INDvENG | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/AtyB7tJq4c — BCCI (@BCCI) February 26, 2024

    Coming back to Rahul, he also leads Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The fact that he is very close to regaining full fitness means Rahul is certain to play IPL 2024. Even if he misses the first few games, he should be able to get back to LSG midway through the season.

    As far as England are concerned, they are unlikely to make massive changes to the playing 11 knowing they would want to finish the series on a high note, going back with a 3-2 scoreline rather than 4-1. One change that may want to make is including Dan Lawrence in place of Jonny Bairstow. Lawrence has been warming the bench so far and with Bairstow in such a poor form, Lawrence can be tried at the No 5 slot. Knowing fast-paced nature of Dharamsala pitch, we might also see three pacers also in England XI in the form of James Anderson, Mark Wood and Ollie Robinson. As per report, England and India are set to fly to Dharamsala on March 2.

    India’s playing 11 for 5th Test Vs England may look like this: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal (Devdutt Padikkal), Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Axar Patel/Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj

    England probable playing 11: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow/Dan Lawrence, Ben Stokes, Ben Foakes, Tom Hartley, James Anderson, Mark Wood, Ollie Robinson

  • Ravindra Jadeja Slams Father’s Allegation, Says He Is Attempting To Spoil Wife’s Image | cricket news

    India’s all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja strongly refuted the accusations made by his father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, in a recent interview with a Gujarati newspaper. Describing the interview as “staged” and “baseless,” Ravindra asserted that it was an endeavor to “defame” his wife, Rivaba. “Let’s disregard the content of orchestrated interviews,” Jadeja captioned a graphic on his X (formerly known as Twitter) account, featuring a message in Gujarati.

    “All the things said in the nonsense interview are meaningless and untrue. It is a one-sided story and I completely deny the allegations. The attempts made to tarnish the image of my wife are truly reprehensible and unbecoming. I, too, have a a lot to say but won’t do it publicly,” Ravindra, who completed 15 years in international cricket on Friday, said.

    Let’s ignore what’s said in scripted interviews pic.twitter.com/y3LtW7ZbiC Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) February 9, 2024

    Speaking to Divya Bhaskar, Anirudhsinh shared that he leads a modest life, away from the limelight surrounding his son. Despite residing in Jamnagar, where his son Ravindra owns a farmhouse, Anirudhsinh mentioned that he prefers to live in a 2BHK apartment. (‘Say It 1000 Times…,’ India Pacer Mohammed Shami On Jai Shri Ram Chants)

    “I have some land in my village. I manage my expenses from the ₹20,000 pension of my wife. I live alone in a 2BHK flat. I have a house-help who cooks for me. I am living my life on my own terms Even in my 2BHK flat, there is still a separate room for Ravindra.”

    The elder Jadeja also alleged that the Indian cricketer fails to maintain harmonious relations with him and his sister. “I don’t reach out to Ravindra, and I don’t feel the need to. He is not my father; I am his father. It’s his responsibility to initiate contact with me. All of this brings tears to my eyes. Even his sister sheds tears on Rakshabandhan,” he remarked.

    “We have worked very hard to make Ravindra a cricketer. I used to carry 20-litre milk cans on my shoulder to earn money. I have even worked as a watchman. We come from a humble background. His sister has done even more than me. She took care of him as a mother. However, he hasn’t kept any relations with his sister either.”

    Anirudhsinh accused Ravindra’s wife Rivaba of creating differences in the family. “Right after their marriage, there was a dispute regarding the ownership of Ravindra’s restaurant. She (Rivaba) told him to transfer the ownership of the restaurant to her name. They even had a major fight because of that. His sister thought that he would manage things from now on, and agreed to sign.” he said.

  • IND vs ENG: Virat Kohli To Miss 3rd Test Vs England But Likely To Make Comeback For 4th, 5th Matches; KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja Could Return In Rajkot | cricket news

    In what is a huge blow to the Indian team, Virat Kohli is likely to miss the third Test in Rajkot against England as well after he missed the first two matches ‘due to personal reasons’. As per a BCCI official, Kohli has not yet informed the selectors about his return to the national team which means he misses out on the selection for at least the Rajkot match.

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    “Virat will decide when he wants to make a comeback to the Indian side. He hasn’t informed us till now but whenever he decides to play, he will be included in the team,” a BCCI official was quoted as saying in the Indian Express.

    The good news from India’s point of view is that batter KL Rahul and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja are likely to return to the squad after getting fit. Rahul And Jadeja missed the Visakhapatnam Test due to quad strain and hamstring injury respectively.

    Indian team players have been asked to report for the third Test at Rajkot on February 11. The match starts on February 13.

    The reason for Kohli missing the Test could be anything but as per AB de Villiers’ recent comments, he and wife Anushka Sharma are expecting their second child. Talking to his fans over social media, De Villiers had informed, “Yes, his second child is on the way. It’s family time and things are important to him… I think most people’s priority is family. You can’t judge Virat for that. He has made absolutely the right decision.”

    BCCI, when announcing about Kohli’s absence from the 2nd Test vs England last month, had written: “While representing the country has always been his top priority, certain personal situations demand his presence and undivided attention. The BCCI respects his decision and the Board and The team management has extended its support to the star batsman.”

    If Kohli is not returning then expect Rajat Patidar to continue being the par of the Test squad. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel is yet to announce the squad for the remaining three Tests. It will be interesting to see whether the team is picked for just the Rajkot match or all the remaining games. It is expected that BCCI will announce the squad on Thursday as there are less than 5 days remaining now for the third Test.